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Kia Optima (2009) vs. Chevrolet Avalanche (2008) Specs

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2009 Kia Optima and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Kia Optima Chevrolet Avalanche  
Engine 2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
194 hp@6000
184 lb-ft@4500
6.0L V8
OHV-2v
366 hp@5500
380 lb-ft@4300
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUT  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.1 in 130.0 in -22.9 in
Length 189.0 in 221.3 in -32.3 in
Width 71.1 in 79.1 in -8 in
Height 58.3 in 76.6 in -18.3 in
Curb Weight 3294 lb. 5842 lb. -2548 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 31.0 gal. -14.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 41.1 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 65.3 in -8.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.5 in 64.4 in -9.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.7 in 41.3 in 2.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 40.0 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.3 in 65.2 in -8.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.7 in 62.3 in -7.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.8 in 39.1 in -1.3 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 80.4 in (over 2 rows) 1.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 45.5 ft3 -30.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.0 ft3 101.1 ft3 -86.1 ft3

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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
 
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